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High Cholesterol: Causes, Symptoms, Tests and Levels

When was the last time you checked your cholesterol? If you feel well, it may not seem urgent. But high cholesterol often has no clear symptoms.  It can affect you even if you eat well, ...
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What Are the Ten Worst Foods for Prostate Health and Why?

If you are searching for the ten worst foods for prostate health, you may expect a strict list of foods to avoid. But one burger, cup of coffee, or bowl of ice cream will not ...
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At Home Strep Test: How to Use Your Kit the Right Way

Your child comes home from school with a fever and a sore throat. By bedtime, swallowing hurts, and you want answers. An at home strep test may help you find out if group A strep ...
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What Are PCOS Symptoms and When Should You Get Help?

PCOS does not always look like missed periods or trouble getting pregnant. It can also show up as acne, oily skin, facial hair, hair thinning, weight changes, or low energy.  Some PCOS symptoms may start ...
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What Causes Low Testosterone in Young Males?

Low testosterone is not only an older man’s issue. It can affect men in their 20s and 30s too. In younger men, Low T is often linked to a health condition, a medicine, anabolic steroid ...
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How Can You Support a Parent’s Senior Mental Health?

You notice your mom skips her favorite show now. She used to call you every Sunday, and lately the calls stop after two minutes. You tell yourself she's just tired. But a quiet change like ...
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At Home STD Test: How It Works and What You Can Expect

You do not have to wait for symptoms or a health scare to check your sexual health. Being proactive means knowing your status, watching for common infections, and taking simple steps to protect yourself and ...
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10 Health Tips for Women of Every Age to Stay Healthy

You do not need a perfect diet or a two hour workout to feel healthy. In fact, chasing perfect health tips for women can leave you more tired and more stressed than when you started.  ...
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Flu Symptoms in Kids: How to Spot and Manage Flu Fast

Flu symptoms in kids often come on fast. Your child may wake up with a fever, chills, sore throat, body aches, or a cough that gets worse over time. Some kids may also have stomach ...
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Heart Health Tips to Protect Your Whole Family

Heart health tips are everywhere. Eat less salt. Exercise more. Stress less. You have heard it all before. And if knowing were enough, everyone's heart would be in great shape by now. The problem is ...